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About USS Chafee (DDG 90)

USS Chafee (DDG 90) is an Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer commissioned into the United States Navy on October 18, 2003. Named in honor of Senator John H. Chafee, a Marine Corps veteran of World War II and former Secretary of the Navy, the ship has played an active role in maritime security and multinational exercises across the Pacific and Indian Oceans. Chafee has participated in numerous operations, including anti-piracy missions, humanitarian assistance, and joint exercises such as RIMPAC and CARAT. Throughout its service, USS Chafee has demonstrated versatility and readiness, strengthening U.S. naval presence and partnerships in the Indo-Pacific region.

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Leslie Miller

U.S. Navy

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FR Jose Ferrera III

U.S. Navy • 1981

FR Jose Ferrera III

U.S. Navy • 1981

FR Jose Ferrera III

U.S. Navy • 1981

FR Jose Ferrera III

U.S. Navy • 1981

About USS Chafee (DDG 90)

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• Namesake: USS Chafee (DDG 90) is named after John H. Chafee, a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II, Secretary of the Navy, and U.S. Senator from Rhode Island. • Commissioning: USS Chafee was commissioned on October 18, 2003, in Newport, Rhode Island, marking the official entry of the ship into active service. • Class and Capabilities: It is an Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer, equipped with the Aegis Combat System, capable of anti-air, anti-surface, and anti-submarine warfare. • Homeport: The ship is homeported at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, playing a key role in the Pacific Fleet. • Maiden Deployment: In 2005, USS Chafee embarked on its maiden deployment to the Western Pacific and Persian Gulf in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and maritime security operations. • Rescue Operations: In 2010, USS Chafee rescued three stranded fishermen off the coast of Hawaii, showcasing the Navy’s commitment to humanitarian assistance. • Namesake’s Legacy: The ship’s motto "Vision, Courage, Service" honors John Chafee’s distinguished leadership and legacy of public service. • Joint Exercises: USS Chafee has participated in multiple international exercises such as RIMPAC (Rim of the Pacific Exercise), enhancing interoperability with allied navies. • Women in Command: In 2012, Commander Monika Stoker took command of USS Chafee, becoming one of the first African-American women to command a U.S. warship. • Advanced Upgrades: Over the years, Chafee has received significant technological upgrades, including enhanced ballistic missile defense capabilities and improved electronic warfare systems.